The world of interlaced video

The first step in understanding video in general is to grasp the concepts of interlaced video and progressive video.

As far as we know the video we shot looked great. Something happens after you look at your export. Unfortunately tvs and computer monitors do not place nice. When recording in pal dv the refresh rate is determined by the camera or the input (A PAL signal sends 50 fields per second). The computer monitor is always at a variable rate between 60 & 85 Hz. So the 50 fps of your video – does not match well with the monitors refresh rate. This is one good case for de interlacing your video. Continue reading →

November 23, 2012 /  

Sport Cams

If you are one of those people who want to record action moments in your life, skating, track, trails, mountains, sky, speed or even under water HD quality, then this is what you need. A Sports Camera.

Sports cams are small cameras, which are mainly used for point of view (POV), in active lifestyles such as recording of riding bicycles, motorbikes or any other similar activities. Technology growth has helped to achieve great changes in this camera. There are different brands and also different kinds of sports cameras which are designed for different activities. One of the main companies is “Gopro” and the second is “Kodak”. Each brand has its own advantages and disadvantages. Continue reading →

November 22, 2012 /  

Photo & Film Competition!

Anyone want an ipad!?

Well that’s not the only reason to check out this competition. It is definitely of interest, as the theme “…Active Ageing and Solidarity between Generations in Cyprus…” is something that is close to all of our hearts. After all it’s your grandparents or even great grandparents, its family…

http://competition2012.digime.org.cy/en/

November 21, 2012 /  

Samsung did it again!

If you are in the market to buy a new phone, you might not need to look any further than the brand new Galaxy Note II! The successor of the critically acclaimed Galaxy note returns with a top of the line spec list. We are talking here about the new Exynos 4412 Quad possessor that might make your laptop look slower than your phone! Clocking at 1.6GHz and an Mali-400MP GPU you are set to game on with the latest and greatest of android gaming with excellent and smooth response. Also, did I mention that it has an 5.5 inch(267ppi pixel density screen?) that uses Samsung’s patented technology which can register virtually every level of pressure used by the S-Pen as an input for your note taking or drawing apps… should i say, Apple, you need to take some…’notes’… on that? Still not interested? The phone does come with the latest and greatest of Android OS (V4.1.1) 4G connectivity 2GBs of ram and a whooping 3100mAh battery, again, apple…come one… maybe do that in iPhone 6, maybe? Continue reading →

November 16, 2012 /  

Why should we participate in sport activities?

During the last couple of years, the technology has developed so much, that almost every person’s everyday life is connected to computers somehow.  Many young people prefer to stay home and play video games, instead of going out and doing some physical activity. People from all ages spend hours surfing the internet, because they have some free time after a busy day at work. Continue reading →

November 15, 2012 /  

The world of 3D

3d image design – Constantinos Christoudias

As technology evolves so does software . You’ve probably noticed that the most successful movies that recently came out are 3D movies (3d modelling). In addition 3D games are becoming the only option of gamers nowadays.

Have you ever wondered how the 3D movies are done? Have you ever asked yourself who is designing and who is putting together this entire stuff? Have you ever found yourself saying “WOW this is incredible and it looks so real”. Continue reading →

November 12, 2012 /  

The joy of DIY

For most people who are enthusiastic about video production it may not come as a shock to know that it is one of the most expensive fields to get into as an independent. Equipment is not cost effective at all as the rate of technology change and turnover is high. Continue reading →

November 9, 2012 /  

“That Summer”

Ant1’s new television drama series called ‘That Summer’ started airing on TV this October. Its story is based on the tragic events that happened in Cyprus in 1974. Its aim seems to be to show people the pain, suffering and struggle the tragic events triggered throughout the life of a 7 year old girl that had to live through it and unfortunately was left without a father. She is reminded of the Turkish invasion every year on the 20th of July when she hears the civil defence sirens, and this is where her story begins. It is a very emotional series that awakens the past for many Cypriots that lived through those events but it also recreates events for many Cypriots who were not yet born when they actually happened. Continue reading →

November 7, 2012 /